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2022 Policy and information
bookletTABLE OF CONTENTS
AGE GROUP STRUCTURE ................................................................................................. 3
IMPORTANT DATES............................................................................................................ 3
FEES .................................................................................................................................... 3
PROCEDURE FOR FEE PAYMENT AT RAZ STUDIOS ...................................................... 4
CREATIVE KIDS AND ACTIVE KIDS VOUCHERS ............................................................. 5
HOW TO PAY FEES OR OTHER ASSOCIATED PAYMENTS ............................................ 5
MISSED LESSONS .............................................................................................................. 5
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS ............................................................................................................. 6
UNIFORM AND PRESENTATION FOR CLASS .................................................................. 6
CORRECT FOOTWEAR ...................................................................................................... 7
SUPERVISION AND COLLECTION OF CHILDREN ............................................................ 8
ZERO TOLERANCE TO BULLYING .................................................................................... 9
Harassment .................................................................................................................................. 10
Sexual Harassment ....................................................................................................................... 10
Bullying ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Complaints ................................................................................................................................... 10
SOCIAL MEDIA .................................................................................................................. 11
EXCLUSIVITY .................................................................................................................... 11
PERFORMANCE GROUP/TROUPE .................................................................................. 12
TROPHY ............................................................................................................................. 12
CONCERT .......................................................................................................................... 12
CONCERT TICKET SALES................................................................................................ 12
COSTUMES ....................................................................................................................... 12
STICKER BOOKS AND CHARTS ...................................................................................... 13
EXAM WORK ..................................................................................................................... 13
SOLO CLASSES ................................................................................................................ 13
POINTÉ .............................................................................................................................. 14
INJURY MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................... 14Welcome to Raz Studios. At Raz Studios we pride ourselves on excellence in Dance
Education within a fun, positive and supportive environment. Our mission to teach life
lesson through the love of Dance whilst creating happy memories. Our values of
commitment, connection and growth are the driving force behind the success of Raz
Studios. This document provides you with information about Raz Studios and the policies
and processes at which all parents/caregivers and students must abide by in order to maintain
the fun, positive and supportive environment that Raz Studios strives for.
Age group structure
Please contact Raz Studios to discuss what age group/classes your child is best suited to.
Important dates
Term dates
Term 1 (10 weeks) 31st January 2022- 9th April 2022
Term 2 (10 weeks) 26th April 2022- 2nd July 2022
Term 3 (10 weeks) 18th July 2022- 24th September 2022
Term 4 (10 weeks) 10th October 2022- 17th December 2022
Other important dates
Mid year showcase 3rd July 2022
End of year concert costume orders to be 16th October 2022
finalised
Concert tickets go on sale via Trybooking 5th November 2022
Photo day Wakeley- 19th November 2022
Marayong- 20th November 2022
4th
Concert December 2022
Please note that all preschool/toddler classes will operate during school holidays and
therefore term dates listed are not applicable.
Fees
Raz Studios offers 2 methods of payment.
i) Weekly direct debit
ii) Upfront payment prior to the commencement of each term via direct debit, EFT or
cash. With the exception of term 1 where fees are due by the end of week 1.
Families will be required to select their preferred method of payment upon
enrolment.
Families choosing to pay upfront, if payments are not cleared by mentioned
dates (below), your child will not be permitted to pat rake in classes. Any late
payments will incur a $10.00 administration fee per child per fortnight that
payment is overdue.
Families choosing to pay via direct debit, payments that ‘bounce’ will incur a
$10.00 fee per child per time the payment is not successful.
Families choosing to pay via direct debit must complete the Ezidebit form
before Raz Studios can confirm enrolment.
In accordance with our Terms and Conditions of Enrolment (which can be viewed by
clicking HERE), fees are charged per week per child and term. Term due dates for 2022
are listed below should you wish to pay for your child’s fees up front each term:
Term 1- 6th February 2022 Term 2- 25th April 2022
Term 3- 17th July 2022
Term 4- 9th October 2022
Classes that will incur additional fess include solos, HSC dance tutoring and exam
preparation.
Classes do not run on Public holidays. Raz Studios does not charge for classes that fall
on Public holidays.
Enrolment fees must be paid upon your child/children’s enrolment in Raz Studios. The
enrolment fee is $30.00 per student or for a family of 3 or more students $60.00.
Procedure for fee payment at Raz Studios
Raz Studios will send an invoice via email to each family in or about week 9 of each
term for the following term. Raz Studios processes payments each Monday and any
questions or queries related t accounts will be addressed by Raz Studios accounts
manager on Mondays only.
Fees as at 30.12.21 (Raz Studios reserves the right to change/alter the fees or fee payment
procedure at any time without notice).
Age group Price
Ready Set Dance $17.00 per class
Ready Set Ballet $10.00 per class
Ready Set Move With Me $19.00 per class
Little Monkeys $12.00 per class
TumbleTown $12.00 per class
Toddler/Preschool unlimited (per child) $49.00 per week
Junior and Primary $10.00 per class
$25.00 3 class package
$45.00 unlimited (excludes solos)
Int/snr $13.00 per class
$40.00 4x classes per week package
$50.00 unlimited (excluding HSC tuition and
solos)
Elite $30.00 per week
Dance Cirque $15.00 per class
Little Monkeys $12.00 per class
Solos and exams P.O.A
All classes and prices stated are PER WEEK.
All prices stated are per child.
All prices include GST.
FREE trial lessons are valid for new students of Raz Studios only. Existing students
may trial as many classes as they wish in week 1 of term1 with their invoice reflecting
the amount of classes that they wish to continue with. For example, a student may trial
5 classes in week 1 and choose to do 3 of them, the invoice will then reflect 3 classes
being undertaken for the entirety of term 1. Fees are non-refundable or transferrable under any circumstance except in an extreme
medical situation where a detailed letter from a certified medical practitioner is required
to be given to Raz Studios principal within 1 week of the illness/incident.
Creative Kids and Active Kids vouchers
Raz Studios is an official provider for both Creative Kids and Active Kids vouchers. Please
note that all vouchers must be submitted prior to the commencement of the term that you
wish to use them for and should a voucher bounce a $20.00 administration fee per bounced
voucher will be charged. All vouchers must be sent to lenae@razstudios.com.au by the set
date (below). Any vouchers not received by the set date will be stored and used for the
following term. All fees must be paid in full by the due date of each term. For example, if
your fees are $300.00 and you have submitted 1x Active Kids voucher, you are required to
pay the balance of $200.00 by the due date otherwise you will encounter the late
administration fee. Raz Studios has a fact sheet on how to submit and use your voucher at
Raz Studios. This factsheet is sent to all new families (who have primary or high school aged
student) upon their enrolment. More information about both Active and Creative kids
vouchers can be found at www.servicensw.gov.au .
Dates for voucher submission can be found below;
Term Date vouchers must be submitted by
1 6th February 2022
2 25th April 2022
3 17th July 2022
4 9th October 2022
How to pay fees if choosing to pay term fees upfront) or other associated payments
Option 1 (Cash)- Hand a clearly labelled envelop (for example, John Citizen, Term 1
fees) to Lenae Razbusek with the correct money enclosed.
Option 2 (Direct Deposit)- Direct bank deposit (account details are on all invoices). If
you direct deposit any money, please write the transaction description as your child’s
name and the invoice number. You then need to forward the remittance advice to
lenae@razstudios.com.au
Option 3 (EFTPOS)- EFTPOS is available at the studio.
All payments will receive a receipt via email
Missed lessons
Any lessons that are missed are not refundable or transferable. Out of courtesy if your child is
unable to attend class it is appreciated if a text message is sent to the Raz Studios phone so
that your child’s teacher can be notified. In accordance with our Terms and Conditions of
Enrolment, if you provide a minimum of 24hours written notice to Raz Studios (via either text
or email) that your child is unable to attend class, we may offer a make-up lesson for the
same or similar age/class where possible in the same term. Raz Studios offers a maximum of
2 make up lessons per term per student. If classes are missed due to a performance, these
classes will not be made up. Fees from those classes will cover performance related costs. If
classes are missed due to Raz Studios organising 2 performance events within a term, Raz
Studios will make up 1 of those classes.Public holidays
Raz Studios does not operate on NSW public holidays. Invoices reflect this.
Uniform and presentation for class
Feeling unified and equal is important in all children’s lives. At Raz Studios we believe that
wearing a uniform to class creates a sense of belonging for all children and helps to create a
sense of pride and connection. All students must attend every lesson in their correct uniform.
Any student who is not in the correct uniform after week 3 of term 1 will not be permitted to
enter class. The uniform for each discipline and age group is as follows:
Age Discipline Uniform
Ready Set Girls- Official RSD pink and blue dress with white
Dance frill socks
Boys- Official RSD shirt with plain black shorts
with black socks
Black Jazz shoes
Black Buckle up tap shoes for girls and Black lace
up Tap shoes for boys
Ready Set Girls- Official RSD pink and blue dress with white
Ballet frill socks. RSB tulle skirt is optional
Boys- Official RSD shirt with plain black shorts
with black socks
Pink leather Ballet shoes for girls and black leather
Ballet shoes for boys.
Ready Set Official RSMWM t-shirt
Move With Short/pants of parent/caregivers choosing.
Me
Little Circus Girls-Little Monkeys unitard with skirt OR Raz
Monkeys leotard with full length Raz tights.
Boys- Little Monkeys shirt or Raz shirt with plain
black long pants.
TumbleTown Prsechool Girls-Little Monkeys unitard with skirt OR Raz
acrobatics leotard with full length Raz tights.
Boys- Little Monkeys shirt or Raz shirt with plain
black long pants.
Junior Jazz, Tap, Hip Raz Studios leotard with attached skirt OR Raz
Hop, Cheer, Studios singlet top ans Raz Studios shorts or Raz
contmepoarry Studios full length tights
Raz Studios shorts or Raz ¾ tights or full length
tights
Junior Ballet Black and purple Raz Studios leotard with a black
chiffon ballet skirt
Pink tights (in cooler weather)
Raz Studios cross over (in cooler weather).Primary, Int, Jazz, Tap, Hip Raz Studios singlet top
Pre snr and Hop, Acro/cheer, Raz Studios shorts or Raz Studios full length tights
Snr contemporary
Primary, Int Ballet, Pointè Black leotard
and Snr A black chiffon ballet skirt
Pink tights (in cooler weather)
A black cross over (in cooler weather).
Dance Circus Full Length Raz tights
Cirque Raz singlet
For all shoe requirements please refer to page 5 and 6.
All male dancers are to wear black shorts or ¾ pants with a Raz Studios t-shirt.
The only jacket/jumper that is permitted to be worn to class is the Raz Studios hoodie
jacket or Raz Studios slim fit jacket.
Please note no students will be permitted to wear flared long length pants into any class,
this is a safety precaution.
Only official Raz Studios and Ready Set Dance uniforms are to be worn in class.
In cooler months it is advised that students wear ballet tights (or tan tights for
intermediate and seniors), a Raz cross over and leg warmers. The only jacket that is
permitted to be worn is the Raz Studios hoodie or Raz Studios slim fit jacket.
Hair must be in a bun for all Ballet and Pointè classes. For all other classes hair is to be
pulled back off the face and tied up tightly to ensure that it is secure. A head band is
suggested in order to keep hair off the face.
What should my child bring to class with them?
Please ensure that your child brings a drink bottle with water in it to class each week.
If your child has a break between classes it is advised that they bring a healthy snack to
eat (in the waiting room). We are a nut free studio.
Please remember that eating is NOT permitted in the studio under any circumstances and
water is the only drink that is permitted.
Correct footwear
Raz Studios practices and encourages safe dance practice for all students! A part of safe
dance and ensuring the safety of your child is that your child is wearing the correct footwear
for each class. Your child will not be permitted to participate in any class where they do not
have the correct shoes. Below is a table outlining the correct footwear for each discipline
taught at Raz Studios.
Discipline Footwear
Jazz- Black leather split sole Jazz shoes
with no laces (elasta bootie style)Tap- All int and pre snr/snr students must
wear black lace up Tap shoes. All other
ages must wear buckle up Black Tap shoes.
All boys are to wear black lace up Tap
shoes
Ballet- Leather ballet shoes
Hip Hop- Black Jazz shoes
Acro- Barefeet
Cheerleading TBA
Pointѐ- as per fitted by recommended
specialist
Contemporary- Bare feet or foot thongs
If you are unsure of the footwear required for a class please consult your child’s
teachers. If you need help in choosing or getting your child’s shoes please do not
hesitate to contact Lenae Razbusek on 0435 470 446.
Please note that if your child does not have the correct footwear they may be
asked to sit down in class. Safety first!
Please ensure that you seek professional assistance from the friendly staff at
Centrestage Dancewear or Bloch when purchasing your child’s Dance shoes. Poor
fitting or non-dance specific shoes can be detrimental to your child’s health. After
consultation with specialised Dance medical specialists Raz Studios strongly
advises against purchasing any shoes from department store such as Big W,
Kmart and Aldi as these shoes are not safe for your child to wear and can cause
long term damage to their growing feet/bodies.
ALL int and snr students MUST wear black lace up tap shoes.
Please note- students in cheerleading and acro will be required to purchase
additional shoes for the concert.
Where to purchase your child’s uniform and shoes
For all Raz Studios apparel and various class uniform requirements please see Raz
Studios staff.
For all of your dance shoe needs we highly recommend Centerstage Dancewear on
Monaro St Seven Hills, otherwise Bloch at Rouse Hill or Parramatta do stock all of your
child’s dance shoe requirements. Flair Dancewear in Wetherill Park will also be able to
assist with all of your show requirements.
Supervision and collection of children
Raz Studios is not responsible for students past the time of the conclusion of their
class or prior to their class beginning. If you are running late for any reason, please
send Lenae Razbusek a text message to 0435 470 446 stating your child’s name and
how late you will be. Raz Studios is not responsible for children outside of class time. This includes prior to
classes commencing for the day and after the last class. If your child/ siblings are
inside the studio whether that be whilst they are in class, whilst they are waiting for
class to commence or waiting to be picked up it is expected that they sit on the side of
the studio and behave appropriately. If your child is running around inside the studio
prior to classes commencing they will be asked to wait in the waiting room as it can
be a potential safety concern. This is also expected of any siblings present.
Please ensure that you are on time to collect you children as children become quiet
anxious when they are waiting to be picked up.
Punctuality to class is essential for your child’s learning, so please ensure that you are
at the studio ready for class 5 minutes prior to the commencement of your child’s
class.
All students are to be escorted to and from their classes by a parent or guardian. No
students are permitted to walk from the car park to the studio by themselves.
If your child has a gap between classes prior arrangements may be made with Miss
Lenae prior to the commencement of the term for your child to sit in the studio with
the class teacher. Students will not be permitted to wait in the studio if they have no
other classes to attend. Students may wait in the waiting room at any time, however if
they are not physically enrolled in a class that is happening at the said time, Raz
Studios is not responsible for their supervision. Siblings who are not enrolled students
of Raz Studios are not permitted to sit and wait in the studio at any time and must be
under direct supervision of parents whilst at the studio.
Positive attitude
At Raz Studios we pride ourselves in providing a fun and safe learning environment. When at
Raz Studios every single person including the students, the parents and the staff have the
right to feel safe. It is an expectation of Raz Studios that all students show their utmost
respect towards their teachers and other staff and that all students are friendly towards each
other. It is also an agreement of enrolling your child at Raz Studios that you as a
parent/caregiver will also exhibit a positive and friendly attitude towards the staff, other
students and other parents/caregivers. Therefore any parent/caregiver who is aggressive or
rude towards any Raz Studios staff member will be asked to leave Raz Studios and not return.
Raz Studios has a strict ZERO tolerance to negativity, gossiping and rudeness. It is requested
that any issues are addressed with Lenae Razbusek at a time scheduled that works for both
the parent/caregivers as well as Lenae Razbusek and is done in a confidential manner.
ZERO tolerance to Bullying
Raz Studios has a ZERO tolerance to bullying policy. Every single child has the right to feel
happy and safe whilst at dancing. Dancing is a place where every child should feel loved,
valued and special. If bullying occurs within Raz Studios, all students involved will be
spoken to by the class teacher and then Raz Studios principal Lenae Razbusek. The parents of
those involved will be spoken to by Lenae Razbusek and depending upon the situation, the
student/students whom bullies another child may be suspended from class or asked to leave
Raz Studios at the discretion of Lenae Razbusek with no refund of any fees given. This
includes but is not limited to verbal bullying within the studio and cyber bullying outside of
class time. Raz Studios is proud of the safe learning environment that we have created and
will not tolerate any bullying (by both students and parent/caregivers). At Raz Studios we
have an extensive Bullying Policy which is made readily available to all of our families for
your referenc.Bullying, Harassment and discrimination
Raz Studio has a zero tolerance to bullying, harassment and discrimination. Intentional sexual
harassment is a criminal offence punishable by imprisonment or a fine. It is the policy of Raz
Studios that bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination and other forms
of inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated. The following procedure informs students
and parents of the type of behaviour that is unacceptable and provides persons who are the
victims of bullying, harassment, sexual harassment or discrimination with a means of redress.
Complaints will be dealt with fairly, promptly and in a confidential manner.
Harassment
Harassment is any type of behaviour that the other person does not want and is abusive,
belittling or offensive. It does not matter whether it was intended, and may be explicit or
implicit, verbal or non-verbal.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is unwanted behaviour of a sexual nature by one person to another. Sexual
harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favours, and other
verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Students and/or parents may not always realise that their behaviour constitutes sexual
harassment but must recognise that what is acceptable to one person may not be acceptable to
another. Examples of harassment include:
- insensitive jokes and pranks
- lewd comments about appearance
- inappropriate body contact
- displays of sexually offensive material, e.g. pin-ups
- requests for sexual favours
- speculation about a person’s private life and sexual activities; and
- threatened or actual sexual violence.
Bullying
Bullying is repeated, unreasonable behaviour directed towards a person or group of persons,
that creates a risk to their health and safety. Examples of bullying include:
- insensitive jokes
- pranks intended to humiliate
- deliberate exclusion from conversations
- abusive, threatening or insulting words and behaviour
- displaying abusive writing and pictures, and
- spreading of malicious rumours.
Complaints
All complaints of bullying, harassment and discrimination will be treated very seriously. Any
person who reports bullying, harassment or discrimination will not be victimised. Raz
Studios is concerned to ensure that students and parents feel able to raise grievances through
the this procedures and that no individual will be penalised for doing so, unless it is untrue
and made maliciously.Complaints of bullying, harassment or discrimination must be lodged with Lenae Razbusek
who will ensure a full investigation into the complaint and will take the appropriate steps, as
she sees fit, to resolve the complaint including, but not limited to:
1. Speaking to the students and /or parents / guardian of the student;
2. Terminating the enrolment of a student
3. Prohibiting a person or persons from attending or entering the property where classes are
conducted; and
4. Refer the matter to external parties (such as the legal and enforcement authorities)
Social Media
Raz Studios has a Facebook page which we encourage all students and their families to ‘like’.
We regularly post photos and information on our page. We also an Instagram page.
Raz Studios acknowledges its students and parents have the right to contribute content to
public communications on websites, blogs and business or social media sites not operated by
us. However, inappropriate behaviour on such sites has the potential to cause damage to Raz
Studios where those communications can be linked to Raz Studios. All students and parents
must therefore refrain from posting, sending, forwarding or using, in any way, any
inappropriate material including but not limited to material which:
- is intended to (or could possibly) cause insult, offence, intimidation or humiliation to
Raz Studios or its students, parents, business partners or suppliers;
- defamatory or could adversely affect the image, reputation, viability or profitability of
Raz Studios, or its students, parents, business partners or suppliers; and/or
- confidential information relating to Raz Studios, students, parents, business partners
or suppliers.
All students and parents of Raz Studios must comply with this policy. Any breach of this
policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of the enrolment.
For the purposes of this policy, ‘Social Media’ means all internet-based publishing
technologies including, but not limited to, social or business networking sites (i.e. Facebook,
LinkedIn), video and/or photo sharing websites (i.e. YouTube, Flickr), business/corporate
and personal blogs, micro-blogs (i.e. Twitter), chat rooms and/or forums.
Due to respecting the privacy of Raz Studios staff parents/caregivers are not permitted to
contact any Raz Studios staff members via their personal social media accounts or personal
phones. All communication must go through official Raz Studios means. Parents/ caregivers
are not permitted to ‘friend/follow’ Raz Studios staff.
Exclusivity
As per our Terms and Conditions, by enrolling your child at Raz Studios you agree that your
child will dance exclusively at Raz Studios. No Raz Studios student is permitted to undertake
classes, workshops or any other form of lessons at other studios or performing arts
organisations under any circumstance. This includes but is not limited to partaking in regular
or casual lessons, workshops, junior cheersquads, extension classes or holiday programs. This
poses an extreme conflict in interest, is immoral and will not be tolerated.Performance group/Troupe
Raz Studios has a team of performance groups which perform at many community and
charity events as well as competitions throughout the year. Entry into performance groups is
by invitation only, however, if you wish for your child to be considered please speak with
Raz Studios principal Lenae Razbusek. Any student wishing to partake in performance
groups must do at least 3 classes per week at Raz Studios, one of which must be Jazz.
Students accepted into Troupe are required to sign the Troupe agreement and pay a once off
annual fee of $50.00 per student. This fee covers expenses such as routine entry fees for
eisteddfods and staffing for such events. Students will not be permitted to commence troupe
classes until their contract is signed and returned and their annual fee is paid.
Trophy
Every student who is enrolled in Raz Studios will receive a trophy at the end of year. To
receive this trophy your child needs to attend class regularly, participate in the concert and
fees must be up to date. We also award a number of perpetual trophies each year. All
perpetual trophy winners get to keep the perpetual trophy until the following concert.
Mid-Year Showcase
Our annual midyear showcase will be held at The Greater Western Sydney Performing Arts
Centre (on the grounds of Plumpton High School) on 3rd July 2022.
Concert
Our annual concert will be held at The Show Room, St Mary’s Band Clubon Sunday 4th
December 2022. All students will be required to arrive at a designated time and no students
will be permitted to leave before the conclusion of the concert. All students are encouraged to
participate in the concert as a whole years worth of tuition will be put on display. More
information regarding times will be given closer to the date.
Concert ticket sales
Concert tickets will go on sale on 5th November 2022. All concert tickets are sold online
through TryBooking. Exact details including the links to purchase tickets will be provided
early term 4.
Costumes
Each child will have 1 routine per class to perform in our end of year concert. This
means that they will have 1 costume per class that they do. Ready Set Dance students
will wear 1 costume for all of their routines. Ready Set Ballet will have a separate
tutu.
Costume are purchased via the Raz Studios online costume store. The store will be
activated in term 2 with costume purchases needing to be finalised by 16th October
2022.
Once costumes are paid for they are not refundable under any circumstance as they
will be ordered through our suppliers as a custom order.
It is expected that each and every component of every costume is labelled with your
child’s name to help assist our dressers at the concert. All costumes will be distributed to students during class time close to photo day. No
costume will be distributed to students who have any outstanding fees or
fundraising money/products.
Sticker books and charts
Children strive off positive encouragement and feedback. At Raz Studios every child
in our Ready Set Dance, Ready Set Ballet, TumbleTown and Little Monkeys will
receive a sticker on their sticker chart as a reward for active participation, listening to
instructions and having fun whilst dancing each week.
Exam Work
Exam work will be offered in Ballet and Tap. Exam work is embedded in all classes and
exercises are taught to all students. This is how students learn the basic techniques of the
chosen discipline which they can then put into practice. However, not all students will be
expected to or will sit their exams. Sitting exams is upon invitation by the class teacher and
the decision of the Principal Lenae Razbusek along with your child’s teacher is final.
The Ballet syllabus that Raz Studios follows is Royal Academy of Dance (RAD).
The Tap syllabus that Raz Studios follows is Glen Wood Tap (GWT).
Entering exams will incur additional fees.
Students whom wish to/are invited to sit for their exams will be required to participate
in additional classes per week in preparation. These classes will incur additional fees
and cannot be included in any discounted packages.
Full uniform will be required when sitting exams which may incur additional fees.
Please note that students sitting their RAD ballet exams will be required to purchase a
specific uniform. Details will be provided to your child once it has been confirmed
that they will be sitting their exam.
Solo classes
Solo classes offer one on one classes with your child and their teacher. Solo classes help
students improve on their own personal performance skills and techniques with very close
attention and direction. Solo students are encouraged to compete in eisteddfords, talent
quests, performances, showcases and any other opportunities that may arise. Solo classes
are by invitation only. If you are interested in your child having a solo lesson you need to
speak with Raz Studios principal Lenae Razbusek. Along with your child’s class teacher
Lenae Razbusek’s decision is final.
Solo classes will incur additional fees that cannot be included in the specials or
price packages. P.O.A.
Solo classes will also incur additional fees for costumes.
Solo classes are subject to availability of teachers and studio space.
All students who do solos MUST do Ballet. There will be no exceptions to this
rule.
When a student is ready to start to enter eisteddfods and various competitions, this
is done by the parent/caregiver and is done so at their expense. Your child’s
teacher or Lenae Razbusek will inform you of when your child is ready to start to
enter such competitions and will suggest some places to enter your child. The
parent/caregiver will be responsible for sending through and paying for all entries
made and the parent/caregiver is responsible for taking their child to and from said
competitions.Pointé
All students who wish to do Pointé at Raz Studios must attend a regular ballet
class on a weekly basis in addition to their Pointé class.
No student will be permitted to start Pointé at Raz Studios (regardless of prior
training) without an assessment by their ballet teacher or Raz Studios principal
Lenae Razbusek and a clearance from Raz Studios preferred specialist Dance
Physiotherapist whose joint decision will be final.
All students whom wish to participate in Pointé classes (regardless of prior
training) must get a physiotherapist pre Pointé assessment completed by the
physiotherapist recommended by Lenae Razbusek. The details of the dance
physiotherapist will be given only upon application. No other physiotherapists
recommendations will be considered.
It is asked that prior to purchasing your child’s Pointé shoes that you consult your
child’s ballet teacher and that you consult them before sewing on the ribbons.
Please note that the safety of your child is the most important thing to us at Raz
Studios so therefore no child will be permitted to do/start Pointé until it is deemed
that they are physically ready and capable.
Injury Management
Raz Studios wishes to ensure the health, safety and welfare of our class environment for the
benefit of our students and parents. As a consequence of this, we encourage employees,
students and parents to regard accident prevention and safely as a collective and individual
responsibility.
We are therefore committed to:
- undertaking risk management activities to adequately manage risks to
persons in the our class environment;.
- Compliance with all relevant legislation standards, and other
requirements.
- Providing adequate facilities to protect the welfare of all students and
parents at our sites.
Students and parents must:
- Take reasonable care, in using our premises and facilities, so as to
prevent injuries to self and others;
- Co-operate in reasonable changes designed to assist preventing
injuries or illnesses (such as Covid19);
- Notify Raz Studios of an injury incurred on our sites as soon as
possible;
- Co-operate in reasonable efforts by Raz Studios to identify the cause
and reasons for the injury to enable the implementation of improved
processes (if any);
- Comply with the requirements of any Injury Risk Management Plan
(that we may introduce at a site)
Drugs and AlcoholRaz Studios is a drug and alcohol-free environment. The use of controlled substances is
inconsistent with the behaviour expected of students, parents or visitors who attend our sites;
it subjects all employees, students, parents and visitors of Raz Studios to our facilities to
unacceptable safety risks and it undermines our ability to operate effectively and efficiently.
Therefore:
- The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, sale or use of
a controlled substance (such as alcohol) at any premises we operate is strictly
prohibited.
- Persons who breach this policy may be required to leave the premises immediately
and/or may be prohibited from attending the premises into the future.
Smoke-free environment
Raz Studios provides a healthy, comfortable and enjoyable environment for all its students
and parents. The health hazards related to smoking are well documented. These health
hazards impact on both the smoker and the non-smoker who is exposed to second-hand
smoke. Therefore, Raz Studios will provide a smoke-free environment to all its students,
parents and visitors who attend our premises.
Therefore:
- All Raz Studios sites are smoke-free. No smoking is permitted by staff, students,
parents and visitors in external areas on any site controlled by Raz Studios. This
includes entrances to buildings and offices, boundary fences and gardens. If persons
wish to smoke they must leave our site to do so.
- This policy is applicable to all employees, students parents, visitors, contractors and
all others accessing our sites and facilities.
Anything not covered in this policy booklet will be dealt with by the decision made by Raz
Studios principal Lenae Razbusek whose decision is final and shall not be entered into.You can also read
